The Most Comprehensive Name Site on the Web

What Does Your Name Say About You?

Did you know that people with "J" names are four times more likely to become millionaires than people whose names begin with "N"? Our names don't just influence how others perceive us - they can influence the course of our lives in predictable, measureable ways.

Customize Your Baby's Name

Our exclusive Baby Name Generator pulls from a database of over 200,000 names, and allows you to customize multiple aspects of your baby's name (strength, originality, and passion, etc.). You can also specify the flavor of a name you're interested in (French seasoning, Celtic zest or religiously themed) and even overlay names in vogue, or classic names that conjure up more innocent times.

This is the web's only baby name generator and is an invaluable tool to ensure your baby gets a head-start in life.

Why the Sounds in Names Matter

What prejudgments do people make when all they know about you is your name? A lot depends on the sounds embedded in your name, because our hearing affects our mood and perception. Shrill sounds repulse, soothing sounds attract, and aggressive sounds put us on edge.

Find out which letters convey friendship, negativity, positivity or a maternal embrace. Does your name help or hinder you in your interactions with strangers?

There's an Entire Universe in Names

Based on the best-selling book by author Roy Feinson, The Secret Universe of Names contains the results of decades of research combined with modern data analysis, with over 200,000 names analyzed by their sound qualities, cultural background, popularity and 16 other metrics.